POPULAR CATEGORY. Walker looks set to be a starter but might not be a three-down player immediately. The Lions drafted the son of Michigan, fulfilling Hutchinsons dream of playing for his favorite childhood team. Drake London, WR, Falcons. RotoHeat's 1QB PPR 2023 Dynasty Rookie Rankings are here for all of your upcoming drafts leading up to the NFL season. Aidan Hutchinson, DL | Lions. Preferred scoring for 2022 Dynasty IDP Fantasy Football Rankings. (Need more? Brisker is the kind of player that can manage and understand various coverages, line up against TEs and make big plays. The Chiefs' depth chart at the position consists of just. Danny Gray, WR, 49ers73. 2. Luckily, hes only 21 years old and the Baltimore Ravens drafted him. Even if Dean is limited or doesnt play at all in 2022, the talent is too great to ignore in dynasty leagues, where the sky is the limit once he gets that full-time role. After losing Randy Gregory in free agency, the Cowboys need someone to step up opposite DeMarcus Lawrence. Khalil Shakir, WR, Bills40. All Rights Reserved. Lewis Cine, DB | Vikings But we've got a few guys who don't seem to be getting enough love, plus a few you can trade for a profit. Even though Lloyd wasnt the first linebacker selected in the 2022 NFL Draft, he should play every down in Jacksonville and produce the kind of numbers that will make him highly coveted in IDP leagues, regardless of format. Jackson makes the most sense to play that deep role while Brisker, who has experience playing in the box with 55% of his career snaps at Penn State coming from there, is rotated into the box, making him a solid IDP asset. are likely to play the 3-4 defensive end role, which should enable Sanders to contribute on the edge. Ultimately, thats where he was drafted and in my estimation, he should be a Day 1 starter next to Harrison Smith in Minnesota. Jameson Williams, WR, Lions6. Jahan Dotson, WR, Commanders14. Lloyd should be an asset as a blitzer after posting an 88.4 pass-rush grade, 31 pressures and eight sacks in 2021 all of which were top-12 among college linebackers. 1 Overall Pick, Anthony Richardson, Wide Receivers, Dynasty IDP Rookie Draft Profile: Drew Sanders (2023 Fantasy Football), Dynasty IDP Rookie Draft Profile: Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson (2023 Fantasy Football), No, I'm a California resident looking for the California Consumer Privacy Act form. David Ojabo, EDGE, BAL: A second-round pick of the Ravens, Ojabo was being talked up as a potential top-10 pick not that long ago. Dean insisted after the draft that he's 100 percent healthy and raring to goif that's the case, the Eagles got a difference-making sideline-to-sideline linebacker for pennies on the dollar. Sam Williams, DL | Cowboys Abram Smith, RB, Saints89. The Jaguars picked up Foyesade Oluokun in free agency. His size and speed make him a potential stat god. 2022 Dynasty Rookie Rankings Cheatsheet with IDPs. Print. 21. Pitre was almost exclusively a slot corner during his final two seasons at Baylor, and he was really effective from that position. This could help McFadden get on the field more and make an impact in Don Martindales blitz-heavy defense. Calvin Austin, WR, Steelers54. Currently, Dee Ford, who has been unable to crack even 200 pass-rush snaps since joining the 49ers, sits ahead of Jackson on the depth chart. He's also something of a throwbacka "thumper" type whose range and coverage skills could come into question in the NFL. 1. You dont need to overthink this one. Our IDP scoring is based on a balance with PPR scoring. Hes a quarterback turned linebacker, and while his coverage ability still leaves a lot to be desired, he has the speed and athleticism to improve there. Aidan Hutchinson, EDGE, Lions10. after his contract expires at the end of 2022. The Vikings confused many by drafting Lewis Cine at the end of the first round. This is an intriguing group for a number of reasons. That said, Muma is still a nice draft-and-stash candidate as he and Devin Lloyd are certainly two of the future centerpieces of the Jaguar defense. 18. that same offseason. Not that Mafe can't get after the quarterbackthe 6'4", 261-pounder had 10 tackles for loss and seven sacks a year ago at Minnesota. Kevin Harris, RB, Patriots76. Also, many IDP providers are now eschewing the old position classifications (defensive linemen, linebackers and defensive backs) and grouping 4-3 defensive ends and 3-4 "rush" linebackers together as edge-rushers. Is he ready now to impact your dynasty fantasy football league? He's a talented player with plenty of potential, but this ranking has as much to do with his landing spot and odds for significant snaps off the jump as the player himself. But he'll start right away and isn't afraid to get his helmet dirty, so he's the top-ranked rookie corner on my board. He could easily be at the top of this list had he not gotten injured. Caldwells Bucs rushed their linebackers at a top-five rate last season led by White (162 pass-rush attempts). 29. Below you will find our rookie rankings to help you draft IDP options in your dynasty leagues for 2022. Nakobe Dean, LB, Eagles18. There are rumors that Atlanta are looking to move Deion Jones this offseason. Isaiah Spiller, RB, Chargers37. The player with the lowest draft capital inside this ranking's top 10, Tindall could be a steals in 2022 IDP rookie drafts. The Lions had almost no pass-rush last year, and Hutchinson stands to be the difference-maker. Dane Belton, S, NYG: A fourth-round pick of the Giants, Belton on paper looks the part of a safety who can make hay in IDP leaguesthe 6'1", 205-pounder is a physical tackler who spent most of his time as a hybrid safety/linebacker at Iowa. 2022 IDP Rookie Rankings (Updated 5/24) By Matt Schauf 1:30pm EDT 5/24/22. 1. Sam Williams, EDGE, DAL: A 6'4", 261-pounder who piled up 12.5 sacks last year at Ole Miss, Williams was a second-round pick of the Cowboys despite a sexual battery charge while in college. DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only, and there is no gambling offered on this site. Nakobe Dean, LB | Eagles. Kyren Williams, RB, Rams62. But he's a highly disruptive 305-pounder who should be a big part of Green Bay's defensive plans from the get go. He scored an unofficial 9.98 RAS at the Combine out of a possible 10.00. A concern for Thibodeaux in non-true position leagues is that he may be designated as a linebacker, as Ojulari is currently designated on a number of platforms, hurting his value. A member of the Pro Football Writers of America and Fantasy Sports Writers Association, Gary was the winner of the 2017 and 2019 FSWA awards for Football Writer of the Year. However, knowing how nose tackles generally perform for IDP purposes, fantasy managers should be wary of Davis ceiling for production. If so, he could slip under the radar and be a sneakily effective option. There isnt a better bet to make for long-term IDP value in terms of box score impact at a premium position that relies on talent more than anything to get the job done. That being said, the Cowboys need someone to emerge across from Demarcus Lawrence and considering what weve seen from Dante Fowler Jr. over the past couple years, its not out of the realm of possibilities that Williams is a significant contributor as a rookie before developing into a future starter for the Cowboys. Dynasty SuperFlex Rankings (2022) February 28, 2023. Still, the 6'0", 226-pounder is undersized and will likely have to wait his turn for a chance at playing time behind Eric Kendricks and Jordan Hicks in the Twin Cities. It appears that Blake Martinez is going to be healthy and remain the Giants' starter for another season. McFadden earned back-to-back 90-plus pass-rush grades his last two seasons at Indiana as well as a 74.8 overall grade in 2021. Cine has been rising up draft boards since late February, rising from the mid-40s to the early 30s, according to PFF's mock draft simulator. Dont let the second-round draft capital fool you, Pitre should play slot corner for the Texans instead of safety, which is what hell be listed as on a lot of fantasy platforms. But he has an explosive first step and landed on a Chiefs team that needs pass-rush help as much as any team in the NFL. If you're a true fantasy football psycho and prefer individual defensive player formats, Fantasy Alarm has all the strategy tips and IDP rankings you need to finalize your 2022 draft cheat sheet. Quay Walker, LB, Packers19. In a similar vein to Andersen landing with the Falcons, Smith also figures to be more of an athletic project in an off-ball linebacker room that's fairly thin on talent outside of Shaq Thompson. Paschal has a route to starting opposite Hutchinson. There's risk here, especially in 2022. Its very likely he would have been available a couple of picks later for the Giants second pick (seventh overall, which they used on tackle, The Vikings confused many by drafting Lewis Cine at the end of the first round. Hes quick, powerful, and still improving. Ravens defensive coordinator Mike MacDonald reunites with one of his top pass-rushers at Michigan in Ojabo, who tore his Achilles tendon earlier this offseason, which will likely put him out of commission for his rookie year. Austin Gayle (@PFF_AustinGayle) April 30, 2022. The remaining four are projected for backup roles initially. PointsBet is our Official Sports Betting Partner and we may receive compensation if you place a bet on PointsBet for the first time after clicking our links. 9. WanDale Robinson, WR, Giants36. 26. While defensive line talent doesnt often hit the ground running in the NFL, this years No. The Jets extended versatile defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers just last year while also signing highly-coveted free agent edge Carl Lawson that same offseason. He'll slot into the starting lineup immediately and could easily post top-20 fantasy numbers in his first professional season. Campbell was a revelation for IDP managers last season, and Walker has the skill set to potentially matches Campbell. His potential ceiling is higher than Hutchinsons, but potential is just something you havent done yet. Desmond Ridder, QB, Falcons50. Find out who the contract uncertainty might help and who you should avoid in dynasty trades. Garrett Wilson, WR, Jets4. Pierre Strong, RB, Patriots59. The Houston roster is talent-starved, so Harris will be loved immediately by the franchise. The Bears are also rebuilding, so hell likely get the chance to play a lot in his rookie season. 1 overall recruit in the country lived up to the hype during his time at Oregon. Leo Chenal, LB | Chiefs For the remainder of the top 10 of our 2022 IDP rookie rankings, the focus switches more to the IDP staple position of LB. Let someone else take him in this range, and when they get frustrated by his lack of production after a year or two, offer a trade at a lower cost to acquire him. Dynasty (2023) '23 Rookies (SuperFlex) '23 Rookies (1QB) Rookie Profiles. Let's take a look at how my rankings break down for my top 10 IDP rookies. However, knowing how nose tackles generally perform for IDP purposes, fantasy managers should be wary of Davis ceiling for production. 2 overall pick looks about as pro-ready as weve seen in the past few years. Combined Rookie Draft Board A tier based combined offensive and IDP ranking of the 2022 NFL Rookie Class. These rankings follow that format, with edge-rushers and interior defensive linemen sharing positional eligibility ala the "DL" of old. Cook figures to be a better version of Sorensen after posting 25 defensive stops against the run last year, which was tied for eighth among all college safeties. Kayvon Thibodeaux was taken fifth overall by the New York Giants. Malcolm Rodriguez, LB, Lions71. But he only had 9.5 sacks combined over three seasons with the Bulldogs, so there's a measure of risk here for both the Jaguars and IDP managers. Brandon Smith, OLB, CAR: A fourth-round pick of the Panthers after tallying 62 tackles at Penn State last year, Smith is an intriguing prospect250 pounds with the wheels to roam sideline to sideline. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports. 9. All of this to say that if IDP rosters need immediate production in 2021, IDP managers would be hard-pressed to find a better option than Lloyd, who will fill the stat sheet as the rookie LB1. 3. Snoop Conner, RB, Jaguars. He just turned 21 years old a couple weeks before the draft and has already shown great get-off, hands and speed off the edge. Trey McBride, TE, Cardinals31. First, these rankings are for a fairly standard IDP setupone that doesn't specifically require the likes of defensive tackles or cornerbacks and has scoring that is slanted toward tackles. Brian Asamoah, LB, Vikings68. Troy Andersen, LB | Falcons Arnold Ebiketie, DL | Falcons We combine rankings from 100+ experts into Consensus Rankings. 17. If drafting Muma, patience is going to be key because hell have to sit behind Oluokun and Lloyd in, at least, 2022. Dont forget to download the Rotoworld app to receive real-time player news, mobile alerts and track your favorite players. 2022 IDP Rookie Rankings. The Jacksonville Jaguars seem to be moving in the right direction. Quay Walker, LB | Packers Alec Pierce, WR, Colts25. So be it. You dont need to overthink this one. Landing spots typically play a big part in how our IDPs will perform for fantasy football purposes, but dynasty leagues also depend on the cream rising to the top over time, as well. The 2022 NFL Draft is over, and we can finally turn our attention to dynasty fantasy football, the one thing that really matters in life. For anyone who plays in an IDP (Individual Defensive Player) league, these are my top-10 dynasty IDP rookies. George Karlaftis, EDGE, KCC: A 6'4", 266-pounder and three-year starter at Purdue, Karlaftis didn't post huge numbers last season. Jaquan Brisker, S, Bears58. 3. Almost no analyst sees him as the next JJ Watt, but hes destined to put up consistently good numbers for a long time. I prefer the sure thing bet on Hutchinson, but I have no qualms with adding Thibodeaux to my IDP rosters and watching him ascend in the coming years. As an IDP who should rise in fantasy rookie drafts, Karlaftis' opportunity for playing time is potentially greater than any other edge drafted in the first round. Kenny Pickett, QB, Steelers38. Fourth-round draft capital isnt ideal, but hes still young and has shown an ability to make plays in coverage during his time at Penn State, recently earning an 80.0 coverage grade in 2021. He tore his Achilles, which means hell need about six months to recover. 4. Jaquan Brisker, S, CHI: A hard-hitting 6'1", 199-pounder the Bears selected in the second round, Brisker has a varied skill set but does his best work in the box. Ebiketie earned elite grades at Penn State in 2021, including a 90.5 mark on the back of 52 pressures, eight sacks and a 22.9% pass-rush win rate. Sanders is the only edge defender in this class who posted three straight seasons with an 80-plus pass-rush grade and if he can put on some bulk, he is in an excellent position to contribute to a thin group of edge rushers in Arizona. The first linebacker taken in the draft was a surprise. Daxton Hill, DB | Bengals He posted 148 tackles in 2021 at Wyoming while missing just 8.1% of his attempts, but because he's likely the odd man out in a typical two-linebacker system, it may be a while before Muma can put up IDP relevant production. The elements considered here are the caliber and upside of the players and their potential roles, with a primary focus on 2022 and 2023. For years we split defenses into 2 buckets: 4-3 or 3-4. Kyle Philips, WR, Titans75. 4. How To Get Started, Tips, and More. Kayvon Thibodeaux, DL | Giants Jaguars' new defensive coordinator Mike Caldwell previously the, ) on every down, can now feel comfortable in doing so again. Kennedy Brooks, RB, Eagles90. Williams has the athletic potential to be that guy. Davis has not been a pass-rush threat thus far in his football career, fitting the mold of an early-down run stopper albeit a very good one. Devin Lloyd, ILB, JAX: After amassing 111 total tackles at Utah last year, the Jaguars traded up into the latter stages of Round 1 to bring in the 6'3", 237-pounder to replace Myles Jack alongside free agent addition Foyesade Oluokun. But early snaps could be an issue behind linebackers Christian Kirksey and Kamu Grugier-Hill. Plus, now you can check out articles and player cards. Jermaine Johnson, DL/LB | Jets Alongside Foyesade Oluokun, Lloyd should play a ton as a rookie while being utilized in a way that also plays to his strengths as a blitzer. He's the No. As an IDP who should rise in fantasy rookie drafts, Karlaftis' opportunity for playing time is potentially greater than any other edge drafted in the first round. Jelani Woods, TE, Colts63. Those ranking 11 through 14 could all be Day 1 starters and that is a huge bonus for IDP formats. As long as his medicals check out, the reward greatly outweighs the risk here so take a shot on an elite talent at the position. Chad Muma (JAX): If the Jags hadn't signed Foye Oluokon, we would be looking at the top two rookie IDPs being from the same team. What You Need to Know Before 2023 Best-Ball Drafts, Top Plays for Divisional Round Underdog Pick Ems, A $200K Top Prize Is Up For Grabs On Underdog Fantasy, Dynasty Trades Podcast: TEs to Buy or Sell, Dynasty Trades Podcast: WRs to Buy and Sell, Dynasty Trades Podcast: RBs to Buy and Sell, Dynasty Trades Podcast: QBs to Buy and Sell. The Ravens could look to trade last years starter, Chuck Clark, with Hamilton now locked into that role for the foreseeable future. Hes my favorite target in IDP drafts. Tindall is just one injury away from starting for the Dolphins and comes with plenty of talent. 20.3% Pass Rush Win Rate (1st) pic.twitter.com/RjXLjBqgKE, PFF Draft (@PFF_College) April 26, 2022. Take advantage of . Kenneth Walker, RB, Seahawks11. Similar to Muma, Chenal was shaping up to be a potential IDP star in the right landing spot, but ultimately, he ends up in linebacker purgatory as far as IDP is concerned. Drake Jackson, DL | 49ers, Dynasty Rookie Sleepers 2023: Fantasy Targets Include Israel Abanikanda, Puka Nacua, and Nathaniel Dell, 2023 Dynasty Rookie RB Rankings: Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Devon Achane, and Others, 2023 Dynasty Rookie WR Rankings: Quentin Johnston, Jordan Addison, Rashee Rice, and More, Dynasty Fantasy Football Startup Draft Strategies, What is Dynasty Fantasy Football? Going in the third round was not ideal, nor is the injury news, but his long-term value cant be understated. The elements considered here are the caliber and upside of the players and their potential roles, with a primary focus on 2022 and 2023. 8. Coming off one of the most impressive rookie linebacker seasons in recent memory, Parsons is going to be highly . Think, Kayvon Thibodeaux was taken fifth overall by the New York Giants. Editors Note: Now, all our premium tools for Fantasy and Betting are included in one subscription at one low price. The Chiefs have run the second-highest dime personnel rate (31.5%) since Spagnuolo took over as the defensive coordinator in 2019, which accounts for about 300 snaps per season. He may not play this year, but hell eventually be a cornerstone in one of the most fantasy-friendly defenses in the league. 10. One of the better landing spots for a rookie linebacker in this years draft class goes to Harris, who has high upside and, with the right coaching, should be able to develop into a solid NFL starter. Take a flier on him late in drafts, but spending early capital on him over those listed above him here will lead to agony and disappointment. The player we saw on tape in 2021 probably won't hit the ground running in the NFL, so patience should be preached for this potential boom/bust prospect. After being the only off-ball linebacker taken in the second round, Andersen comes into a situation great situation for playing time, but hell need some work to get there. 7. George Pickens, WR, Steelers13. John Metchie, WR, Texans30. 1. 3. Cine earned an 83.4 run defense grade and an 84.9 tackling grade in 2021 both of which were top-three for SEC safeties as he's proven to be an asset in run support on top of being a strong coverage safety. The first linebacker taken in the draft was a surprise. Sanders is the only edge defender in this class who posted three straight seasons with an 80-plus pass-rush grade and if he can put on some bulk, he is in an excellent position to contribute to a thin group of edge rushers in Arizona. However, Hamilton and Johnson should see rotational snaps and the dual eligibility for Johnson is a nice bonus on Sleeper. Isaiah Likely, TE, Ravens87. Ty Davis-Price, RB, 49ers49. 8. The Baltimore Ravens drafted him in the middle of the first round, which means hes going to step into a starting role for a top-tier defense right away. Channing Tindall, LB, Dolphins69. 1.01 Breece Hall, NYJ RB 1.02 Kenneth Walker III, SEA RB 1.03 Drake London, ATL WR 1.04 Treylon Burks, TEN WR Jacksonville Jaguars inside linebacker Devin Lloyd (33) performs a drill at NFL. 5. This is what put Sorensen on the field combined with injuries to starters and other personnel needs allowed him to average around 715 defensive snaps over that span. Logan Bowles/2022 National Football League. Channing Tindall, ILB, MIA: Tindall doesn't have the notoriety of former Georgia teammates Quay Walker and Nakobe Dean. This may surprise a lot of people that have neither Aidan Hutchinson nor Keyvon Thibodeaux as the top fantasy player in my ranks. 2022 IDP rankings (redraft, dynasty, rookie) DOWNLOAD: Excel or View as web page. Hell be an IDP star for years to come. Hes going to be a high-end dynasty IDP starter for a while. As it was decreed, I'm making regular updates to my dynasty rankings, which include quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends . Some other youngster will wind up a starter and "rookie corner rule" his way to IDP relevance. The draft capital alone is enough to make Lloyd a tantalizing IDP option (27th overall), but what really grabs me is that the Jaguars traded up to take Lloyd with the pick. He needs significant work, but he checks the most important boxes for foundational traits of an effective NFL pass-rusher. Fourth-round draft capital isnt ideal, but hes still young and has shown an ability to make plays in coverage during his time at Penn State, recently earning an 80.0 coverage grade in 2021. Caldwells Bucs rushed their linebackers at a top-five rate last season led by White (162 pass-rush attempts). 5. Zamir White, RB, Raiders48. Brian Robinson, RB, Commanders42. Enagbare could very easily find himself in the Packers rotation, replacing ZaDarius Smith. Hes got size, speed, and length. That should set him up to open the season as the Bears starting strong safety, and it's possible that he could give Hamilton a run as the highest-scoring IDP defensive back. Overall grade: 82.4 (T-16th)Coverage grade: 89.5 (6th)Tackling grade: 66.7 (185th)Missed tackle rate: 13.5% (T-150th)NFL passer rating allowed when targeted: 46.8 (23rd) pic.twitter.com/jMznUn1u1d, Jon Macri (@PFF_Macri) February 10, 2022. Customers can subscribe to NBC Sports EDGE+ monthly for $9.99. Barring an injury, it's hard to see Muma getting many snaps as a rookie. He probably won't be the highest-scoring rookie corner, either. Be sure to check the rankings page throughout the offseason as updates are made. 1. Ojabo should develop into the long-term starter next to last years first-round edge. It might not be immediate, but he will have an opportunity to develop into a starting-caliber defensive end in the 49ers system. That being said, the Cowboys need someone to emerge across from. Dynasty IDP Rankings (2022) February 28, 2023. Travon Walker, EDGE, Jaguars15. 85.6 PFF Grade (1st among Pac-12 Edges)???? In IDP leagues, Davis is going to be in contention for the first defensive tackle off the board in rookie drafts that require defensive tackles in lineups. With IDP leagues gaining popularity, all aspects of the game are now receiving increased scrutiny. Daniel Bellinger, TE, Giants82. There is an opening for the Giants' second linebacker spot though, and McFadden could be in line to take it over former seventh-round pick. From our Start/Sit Assistant which provides your optimal lineup, based on accurate consensus projections to our Waiver Wire Assistant that allows you to quickly see which available players will improve your team and by how much weve got you covered this fantasy football season. Muma will back up Oluokon at the MIKE spot initially. You can adjust based on your scoring compared to . 2022 fantasy football draft rankings for IDP leagues from Mike Clay, Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Moody. After all, this is the same player who posted a very impressive 10 pressures against a strong Alabama offensive line in the College Football Playoff last year. Find full offensive rankings here, and more IDPs here .) . Jalen Tolbert, WR, Cowboys29. Breece Hall, RB, Jets2. Its not rare to see rookie linebackers struggle to take command of a defense (looking at you, Oh boy. Not to say that Johnson cant be a relevant IDP, but fantasy managers should be wary of his rookie usage. After earning the lowest pass-rush grade (52.3) as a team in 2021, the Falcons are going to welcome Ebiketie with open arms and likely make him their highest-volume edge defender this coming season. on Atlanta's linebacker depth chart, but they also shouldnt be considered elite competition to beat out, eventually. transitioned to an interior defensive line role in the back half of last season, so Jacksons path to relevance isnt that far off in San Francisco. Alabama linebackers have been known to make a dent in IDP leagues, and Harris has the talent to be the next such impact player. Christian Harris, LB, Texans35. If all their edge defenders are available, then Seahawks will likely deploy a heavy rotation between, Cook figures to contribute to the Chiefs in a similar way that.